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Black hickory (Carya buckleyi) is a deciduous tree in the family Juglandaceae, native to the central and southern United States. Black hickory (Latin: Carya buckleyi, family Juglandaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Black hickory is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Black hickory is a member of the Juglandaceae family native to ARK, ILL, INI, KAN, LOU, and MSI. Black hickory (Carya buckleyi) is a tree that reaches about 10 metres, so give it room to spread.
Black hickory grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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